Gyu-Kaku

Restaurant · Japanese · Steakhouse & grillSan Mateo

10+ gluten-free dishes

66 dishes marked gluten free

122 dishesmenu read 9 Novgyu-kaku.com

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A5 Wagyu Menu

A5 Wagyu

  • Decadent Buttery Umami A5 Wagyu Kalbi Short Rib Slice$59

    The king of the rib cuts. Extremely tender, melts like butter. Seasoned salt and pepper; medium rare.

    Free of gluten

  • Beefy Fatty Rich A5 Wagyu Kalbi Short Rib Mix Cut$49

    Mixed-cut to showcase red meat and fat. Seasoned salt and pepper; medium.

    Free of gluten

Wagyu Courses

  • Gyu-Kaku Stars & Wagyu$150

    For 2 people. Beef sukiyaki, bibimbap, Gyu-Kaku salad, miso soup x2, edamame, Gyu-Sushi 4 pcs, Japanese chicken karaage. BBQ: A5 Wagyu…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely soy

  • Gyu-Kaku Wagyu & Sake$190

    For 2 people. Same food courses as Stars & Wagyu (beef sukiyaki, bibimbap, salad, miso soup x2, edamame, Gyu-Sushi, karaage, A5 Wagyu…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely soyLikely shellfish

Lunch All You Can Eat Menu

Mon–Fri only, during select hours (excluding holidays)

Lunch All You Can Eat

  • Lunch All You Can Eat$35

    70 minutes, starts with first order; only 2 items served at a time. Includes miso soup, seaweed soup, white rice, Gyu-Kaku salad, edamame…

    Likely glutenLikely soy

Premium All You Can Eat Menu

All You Can Eat

  • Premium All You Can Eat$61

    90 minutes, 45 items. Premium selection of BBQ meats, vegetables, salads, soups, rice and noodles. Whole party must order the same course.…

  • Ultimate All You Can Eat$71

    90 minutes, 65 items (Premium plus Ultimate selection). Kids 6–12 $35.50; seniors 60+ $53.

  • Supreme All You Can Eat$81

    90 minutes, 80 items (Premium, Ultimate and Supreme selection). Kids 6–12 $40.50; seniors 60+ $60.50.

BBQ Courses

  • Value Course$76

    For 2 people, 2700 Cal. Gyu-Kaku salad, miso soup x2, white rice x2, edamame, bone-in kalbi, yaki-shabu beef, toro beef, angus beef rib…

    Likely soy

  • Meat Lover's Course$92

    For 2 people, 3150–3535 Cal. Gyu-Kaku salad, miso soup x2, white rice x2, gyu-sushi 2 pcs, edamame, Japanese chicken karaage; umakara…

    Likely glutenLikely soy

  • Chef's Choice Course$105

    For 2 people, 3080 Cal. Gyu-Kaku salad, miso soup x2, beef sukiyaki bibimbap, gyu-sushi 4 pcs, napa kimchi, broccoli with cheese fondue…

    Likely dairyLikely soyLikely shellfish

  • Meat Variety Course$131

    For 3 people, 4620 Cal. Gyu-Kaku salad, miso soup x3, white rice x3, gyu-sushi 3 pcs, cheese corn butter with cheese fondue, fried…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely soyLikely shellfish

  • Yakiniku Party Course$180

    For 4 people, 6250 Cal. Gyu-Kaku salad x2, miso soup x4, chicken noodles x2, gyu-sushi 4 pcs, edamame, napa kimchi, Japanese chicken…

    Likely glutenLikely soyLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Gyu-Kaku Feast$260

    For 6 people, 9240 Cal. Gyu-Kaku salad x2, spicy tofu chigae soup x2, beef sukiyaki bibimbap x2, gyu-sushi 6 pcs, edamame x3, fried pork…

    Likely glutenLikely soyLikely shellfish

Grand Menu (À la Carte)

Happy hour (HH) prices apply only during happy hour

Japan Inspired

  • Gyu-Sushi Sweet Soy Glaze$12.95

    Rich, teriyaki-style sweet soy glaze with a light drizzle of Japanese mayo.

    Free of glutenLikely soy

  • Gyu-Sushi Yuzu Miso$12.95

    Savory miso-glazed beef with a bright yuzu kosho accent.

    Free of glutenLikely soy

  • Gyu-Sushi Crunchy Garlic Shio$12.95

    Lightly seasoned beef with crunchy garlic flakes, a pinch of salt and fresh lemon.

    Free of gluten

  • Roast Beef Gyu-Sushi$12.95

    Premium roast beef with Japanese shoyu barbecue sauce and kuki-wasabi on the side.

    Likely glutenLikely soy

  • Takoyaki$9.45

    7 fried octopus fritters drizzled with takoyaki sauce and Japanese mayo, topped with bonito flakes and green onions.

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Super Spicy Takoyaki$9.45

    7 fried octopus fritters drizzled with spicy Umakara sauce and spicy umami chili mayo, topped with ao nori flakes and green onions.

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely shellfish

  • Sweet & Savory Takoyaki$9.45

    7 fried octopus fritters drizzled with sweet teriyaki and savory nori mayo, topped with ao nori flakes and green onions.

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely soyLikely shellfish

  • Spicy Tuna Volcano$9.45

    Spicy tuna on crispy fried rice, drizzled with Japanese shoyu barbecue sauce.

    Likely glutenLikely soyLikely fish

  • Japanese Chicken Karaage$7.95

    Juicy Japanese fried chicken served with chili mayo sauce.

    Likely gluten

  • Spicy Umami Chicken Karaage$8.95

    Juicy Japanese fried chicken tossed with Spicy Umami Chili.

    Likely gluten

  • Umakara Garlic Karaage$8.95

    Japanese fried chicken marinated in a spicy garlic and umami blend, served with mixed greens.

    Likely gluten

Salad

  • Gyu-Kaku Salad$9.45

    Mixed vegetables, daikon radish and hardboiled egg slices in our house Sesame Miso Dressing.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely eggLikely soy

  • Yuzu Avocado Salad$10.45

    Avocado, cucumber slices, tomatoes and crunchy wonton croutons on green leaf lettuce with Yuzu Dressing.

    Likely gluten

  • Yuzu Avocado Salad w/ Roast Beef$12.45

    Roast beef with avocado, cucumber slices, tomatoes and crunchy wonton croutons on green leaf lettuce with Yuzu Dressing.

    Likely gluten

  • Yuzu Avocado Salad w/ Shrimp$13.45

    Shrimp with avocado, cucumber slices, tomatoes and crunchy wonton croutons on green leaf lettuce with Yuzu Dressing.

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

Soup

  • Spicy Tofu Chigae Soup$10.45

    Kimchi, yaki-shabu beef, tofu, sesame seeds, egg and green onions.

    Likely eggLikely soyLikely sesame

  • Seaweed Soup$4.45

    Seaweed in vegetable broth.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Egg Soup$5.45

    Silken egg in vegetable broth.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely egg

  • Miso Soup$4.45

    Traditional Japanese soup.

    Free of glutenLikely soy

Small Plates

  • Napa Kimchi$6.45

    Free of gluten

  • Spicy Cabbage Salad$6.45

    Vegetarian

  • Garlic Shio Cabbage$4.45

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Spicy Addicting Cucumber$6.45

    Crunchy cucumbers in a slightly spicy crunchy chili garlic dressing.

    Vegetarian

  • Spicy Cold Tofu$6.95

    Soft tofu with crunchy chili garlic sauce and kimchi.

    Likely soy

  • Shio Negi Cold Tofu$6.95

    Cold tofu topped with white soy, sesame oil and green onions.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely soy

  • Chili & Yuzu Roast Beef$10.45

    Gyu-Kaku signature roast beef topped with crunchy chili garlic yuzu oil.

  • Edamame$6.45

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely soy

  • Garlic Edamame$6.45

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely soy

  • Spicy Jalapeño Edamame$6.45

    VegetarianLikely soy

  • Fried Bacon Chips$8.45

    Crunchy, deep-fried pork belly slices served with lemon.

  • Fried Pork Gyoza Dumplings$7.95

    Juicy fried pork dumplings.

    Likely gluten

  • Steamed Chili Dumplings$8.45

    Pork dumplings with crunchy chili garlic oil.

    Likely gluten

  • Chili Mayo Fried Shrimp$9.95

    Deep-fried tail-on shrimp tossed in our crunchy garlic aioli with fresh chopped green onions.

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • Fried Calamari$7.95

    Served with yuzu basil aioli.

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • Vegetable Spring Rolls$6.95

    Mixed vegetables rolled in a light wonton wrapper and fried. Served with sweet chili sauce.

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • Cheese Corn Butter$8.45

    Melted butter, cheese and corn served in a small cast iron skillet.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairy

  • Fried Cheese Wontons$6.95

    Cream cheese and green onions in crispy wontons. Served with sweet chili sauce.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Miso Chili Wings$10.45

    Chicken wings coated in our sweet and spicy miso chili sauce.

    Likely soy

  • Black Pepper Wings$10.45

    Chicken wings tossed in a sweet soy and black pepper sauce.

    Likely soy

  • Yuzu Shishito Peppers$8.45

    Skillet fried peppers with Japanese yuzu citrus. Occasionally spicy.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

Premium Beef

  • Prime Kalbi Short Rib Slice$16.95

    Juicy marbled USDA prime beef that melts in your mouth. Served with premium dipping sauce. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper.

    Free of gluten

  • Harami Skirt Steak$13.95

    Our best-selling 21-day aged skirt steak, prized for its rich, beefy flavor.

    Free of gluten

  • Prime Kalbi Short Rib Mix Cut$14.45

    Short rib mix-cut to showcase the texture and bold flavor of red meat and rich fat. Marinade choices: Miso / Garlic.

    Free of gluten

  • Bistro Hanger Steak$11.45

    Tender and lean hanger beef. Marinade choices: Miso / Garlic.

    Free of gluten

  • Sukiyaki Bone-In Kalbi$11.45

    Juicy bone-in short ribs pre-marinated in a sweet and savory sukiyaki sauce.

  • Premium Sirloin$11.45

    Hearty and tender. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper.

    Free of gluten

  • Beef Tongue$15.95

    A classic cut for Japanese BBQ. Try it with a squeeze of lemon juice. Served with scallion sauce.

    Free of gluten

  • Harami in Secret Pot$29

    ½ lb of our best-selling skirt steak in a special mild miso marinade. Great for sharing between 2 or more people.

    Free of glutenLikely soy

Over 1/3 lb of Wagyu

  • A5 Wagyu Kalbi Short Rib Slice$59

    The king of the rib cuts. Extremely tender and melts like butter. Marinade: salt & pepper. Served with premium dipping sauce.

    Free of gluten

  • A5 Wagyu Kalbi Short Rib Mix Cut$49

    Served mixed-cut to showcase textures and flavors of red meat and fat. Marinade: salt & pepper. Served with premium dipping sauce.

    Free of gluten

  • Australian Wagyu Ribeye$26.95

    Grain-fed Australian Wagyu, exceptionally marbled with a buttery, soft texture, served thin-cut and sliced. Served with Wafu Ponzu.…

    Free of gluten

  • Kobe Style Kalbi Short Rib$45

    A must try for BBQ lovers. Intensely marbled beef short rib with a rich, mouthwatering texture. Served with premium dipping sauce.

    Free of gluten

Beef

  • Kalbi Chuck Rib$10.45

    Delicious, light marbled flavor. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Garlic.

    Free of gluten

  • Angus Beef Rib$9.45

    Juicy boneless beef rib meat.

    Free of gluten

  • Yaki-Shabu Beef$9.45

    Thinly sliced, flavorful beef chuck. Marinade choices: Miso / Sweet Soy Tare.

    Free of gluten

  • New York Steak$11.45

    Lean and juicy short loin strips. Marinade choices: Garlic / Miso.

    Free of gluten

  • Filet Mignon$11.45

    Lean, bite-sized tenderloin cuts. Salt & pepper.

    Free of gluten

  • Toro Beef$9.45

    Thin-sliced beef belly, just like bacon. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Shio.

    Free of gluten

  • Umakara Ribeye$9.45

    Umakara sauce marinade.

    Free of gluten

  • Umakara Yaki Beef$9.45

    Umakara sauce marinade.

    Free of gluten

  • Umakara Pork$7.45

    Umakara sauce marinade.

    Free of gluten

  • Umakara Chicken$6.95

    Umakara sauce marinade.

    Free of gluten

Poultry

  • Chicken Basil$6.95

    Chicken breast in a savory basil herb marinade.

    Free of gluten

  • Chicken Teriyaki$6.95

    Chicken breast in a sweet savory teriyaki marinade.

    Free of gluten

  • Spicy Chicken$6.95

    Chicken breast in a Spicy Jalapeño Miso marinade.

    Free of glutenLikely soy

  • Garlic Shoyu Chicken Thigh$7.95

    Juicy chicken thigh pre-marinated with sweet garlic soy sauce.

    Likely soy

Pork

  • Pork Belly$7.95

    Juicy pork belly slices. Marinade choices: Shio / Sweet Soy Tare.

    Free of gluten

  • Spicy Pork$7.45

    Thin-cut pork shoulder with Spicy Jalapeño Miso marinade.

    Free of glutenLikely soy

  • Pork Garlic$7.45

    Thin-cut pork shoulder with garlic marinade.

    Free of gluten

  • Japanese Pork Sausages$7.45

    Pork sausages with a hint of smoke.

    Free of gluten

Seafood

  • Shrimp Garlic$9.45

    Free of glutenLikely shellfish

  • Spicy Shrimp$9.45

    Spicy Jalapeño Miso marinade.

    Free of glutenLikely soyLikely shellfish

  • Hokkaido Scallop$11.45

    Soft, tender scallops with buttery and umami richness. Imported from Japan.

    Free of glutenLikely shellfish

  • Hokkaido Scallop & Mushroom Ahijo$13.45

    Hokkaido scallops with mushrooms in olive oil, garlic and basil. Imported from Japan.

    Free of glutenLikely shellfish

  • Shrimp & Mushroom Ahijo$11.45

    Shrimp with mushrooms in olive oil, garlic and basil. Imported from Japan.

    Free of glutenLikely shellfish

Vegetables

  • Spinach Garlic$5.95

    Spinach, sliced garlic and Shio marinade.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Garlic Mushroom$6.45

    Button mushrooms, Shio marinade and garlic paste.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Asparagus$6.45

    Cut asparagus spears with Shio marinade.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Assorted Vegetables$9.45

    House assorted veggies with mild seasonings, ready to grill.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Broccoli$5.45

    Broccoli florets with Shio marinade.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Zucchini$5.45

    Drizzled with Shio marinade.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Mushroom Medley$7.45

    Assorted seasonal mushrooms in soy sauce.

    VegetarianLikely soy

  • Shishito Peppers$5.95

    Drizzled with soy sauce and sesame oil.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely soyLikely sesame

  • Spicy Umami Mushroom Medley$8.45

    Assorted seasonal mushrooms with Spicy Umami Chili kick.

Rice

  • Beef Sukiyaki Bibimbap$10.95

    Sukiyaki-marinated beef, rice topped with white onions, green onions and sesame seeds, served in a sizzling hot stone bowl. Double beef…

    Free of glutenLikely sesame

  • Spicy Beef Bibimbap$12.45

    Beef rib meat and rice in our signature Umakara sauce, with bell pepper, shishito pepper, corn, sesame seeds, green onions and chili flakes.

    Free of glutenLikely sesame

  • Vegetable Sukiyaki Bibimbap$10.45

    Rice, button mushrooms, broccoli, asparagus, green and white onions, red bell peppers, butter, sesame seeds and shoyu BBQ sauce.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairyLikely soyLikely sesame

  • Beyond Bibimbap$12.95

    Plant-based Beyond Meat stir-fried sukiyaki-style with mushrooms, bell peppers and onions in butter and sesame oil, topped with green…

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairyLikely sesame

  • Stone Pot Curry Rice$12.95

    Japanese curry rice made with thin-sliced yaki-shabu beef and a little spice, served in a sizzling hot stone pot.

  • Garlic Fried Rice$9.95

    Garlic rice with green onions, white onions, egg yolk, sesame seeds and garlic chips.

    VegetarianLikely eggLikely sesame

  • White Rice$4.45

    Regular or large portion.

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Organic Brown Rice$4.95

    VegetarianFree of gluten

Noodle

  • Garlic Noodles$11.45

    Thick, chewy garlic noodles served in a sizzling stone bowl with choice of chicken, vegetables or shrimp. Spicy Umami Chili add-on +$1.

    Likely gluten

  • Spicy Beef Ramen$12.45

    Kalbi soup broth, thin-sliced beef, egg, green onions, sesame seeds and sesame oil.

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely sesame

  • Goma Negi Shio Ramen$12.95

    Oxtail based house broth, kakuni chashu, egg, green onions, sesame seeds and sesame oil.

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely sesame

  • Tonkotsu Ramen$12.95

    Rich pork bone broth topped with chashu, kakuni, boiled egg, green onions and sesame seeds.

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Spicy Chigae Ramen$13.45

    Rich, spicy soup topped with kimchi, yaki-shabu beef, tofu, green onions, red bell peppers and sesame seeds, finished with a poached egg.

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely soyLikely sesame

Kids Menu

Kids Combos

  • Kids Combo 1$7.50

    Yaki-shabu beef with sweet soy tare or chicken breast teriyaki, white rice, corn, edamame and tomatoes. 460 Cal.

    Likely glutenLikely soy

  • Kids Combo 2$7.50

    Japanese chicken karaage, fried pork gyoza dumpling (1 pc), white rice, corn, edamame and tomatoes. 470 Cal.

    Likely glutenLikely soy

Kids Sweets

  • Kid's Ice Cream$1.50

    Vanilla or green tea. 220 Cal.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairy

  • Kid's S'more (1 pc)$1.50

    110 Cal.

Dessert Menu

Dessert

  • Matcha Tiramisu$7

    White cake lady fingers with matcha green tea cream.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Taiyaki with Ice Cream$7.50

    Fish-shaped pastry filled with sweet red beans, deep-fried and served with a scoop of ice cream.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Mochi Ice Cream$5

    Ask your server for seasonal flavors.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairy

  • Chocolate Lava Cake with Ice Cream$10

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Melon Soda Float$7.50

    Melon-flavored soda topped with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairy

  • Ice Cream$4.50

    Vanilla or green tea.

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairy

  • S'mores (2 pcs)$3.50

    Classic campfire s'mores. Roast the marshmallows over the grill!

    VegetarianFree of gluten

The menu’s own key: GF = Gluten-Free · Grill with caution · GF = Gluten-Free · V = Vegetarian Friendly · GF = Gluten-Free · V = Vegetarian Friendly · Grill with caution

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Restaurant

Facts

FactDetail
Address329 South Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo
AreaPeninsula
KindRestaurant · Japanese · Steakhouse & grill
Phone+1 650-323-3255
Websitegyu-kaku.com
Menu read9 Nov 2026 from gyu-kaku.com
MapOpen in Google Maps

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Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Gyu-Kaku

Does Gyu-Kaku have gluten-free options?

Yes: 66 dishes are gluten free as served, from the menu read 9 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Gyu-Kaku coeliac friendly?

Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

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